[TenTec] Another retro question - Argosy-Century

[Rick - DJ0IP / NJ0IP]

OK, yes, I had the analog version.
I intentionally purchased the analog version for its reduced power drain on
receive.
I also turned of the dial lamps and worked by candlelight.  I operated a lot
off of my motorcycle's battery and I didn't fancy push-starting it in the
mornings.

So if you ever come across an Argosy with candle wax all over it, that's
probably the one I was using!

73 - Rick, DJ0IP
(Nr. Frankfurt am Main)


-----Original Message-----
From: TenTec [mailto:tentec-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Al Gulseth
Sent: Thursday, October 09, 2014 5:07 AM
To: tentec at contesting.com
Cc: Rick - DJ0IP / NJ0IP
Subject: Re: [TenTec] Another retro question - Argosy-Century

That only applies to the earlier s/n (I think just analog?) units. The
later/digital version used ALC and kept the 50W PA in line at all power
levels. I understand that TT had their reasons for the change but I still
prefer the PA bypass system, especially as Rick noted for battery operation.

73, Al
 
On Wed October 8 2014 3:14:37 pm Rick - DJ0IP / NJ0IP wrote:
> One feature that impressed me with the Argosy was the back panel 
> switch to switch between 50w and 5w.
> When switched to 5w, the PA was completely turned off, which means it 
> draws current much like any other 5w radio would.
>
> This is much better than simply turning the power down on a higher 
> power rig.
> This really increases batter life.
>
> 73 - Rick, DJ0IP
> (Nr. Frankfurt am Main)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: TenTec [mailto:tentec-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Al 
> Soto
> Sent: Monday, October 06, 2014 7:29 PM
> To: tentec at contesting.com
> Subject: [TenTec] Another retro question - Argosy-Century
>
> I liked reading all the opinions about the Corsair revisited (modern 
> version of corsair).
>
> I don't have a long history with ten tec and was not a ham in the 80s, 
> but now own two ten tec rigs and am thinking about another. I've 
> learned a lot just being on this reflector and am glad to be part of this
community.
>
> I see the Century 21 and Argosy (analog versions) as such different 
> rigs made during the same years. For those that owned or used them 
> (for cw), how would you compare them?
>
> 73, Al  kj3q
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